It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Naugatuck Historical Society Museum gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Naugatuck, CT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.”
“I just wanted express our thoughts about Mary, who was the caregiver for the weekend. We all thought she was wonderful!! I think her biggest strength is that she sees the work, needs little/to no direction, offers to take things out of our hands, and is a true-go-getter. For Billie, this type of help is great since she feels like she can take some time to rest and trust all is okay. Mary works hard and is also very patient. I really think Mary is a natural dealing with elderly. She is patient and kind! Anyway, what I wanted to ask is if Mary can be the consistent caregiver for the weekends. The other 4 caregivers that I have met are also very nice. We would like Mary as much as possible as she is punctual, and as I mentioned before, sees what needs doing. She is focused on what she can do to help. She doesnt just sit there next to Bill, she has eyes in the back of her head and goes the extra mile. Anything that needs to get done, she says no wait, let me do it if she hasnt already initiated it herself. She seems to have endless energy and never complained. I just felt compelled to drop you a this note to let you know how impressed we were with her. Thanks”
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“We would like to express our appreciation and thanks for the in-home care that Always Best Care is providing our parents. You have guided us through this very difficult time and have helped us deal with my mother’s illness and her inability to care for my dad. Your caregivers are very capable and caring, and your staff is competent and thorough. We believe this makes your company invaluable to families with loved ones in need of assistance. We would recommend Always Best Care to anybody in search of quality care for their loved one. Thank you for all you and your staff do.”
“Always Best Care Services is a good place to get good care. The employees would do their very best to take care of you in your time of need. I will recommended this facility to family and friends. I want to thank you so much for the exceptional care you took of my dad. I hold your agency in the highest regard and you have my deepest appreciation.”
“My mother was in need of help after she broke her hip at 101 years old. She refused to leave her home. Susan Oderwald took wonderful care of her. She found caregivers for her who treated her with kid gloves and she herself went above and beyond by getting papers signed, visiting her in the hospital and fetching things for her. I don't know what I would have done without her, since I live 3,000 miles away. I highly recommend her, her services and her staff of caregivers.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Naugatuck State Forest with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Roma Ristorante Italiano or visit Fort Nathan Hale, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Naugatuck, CT, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Naugatuck, CT understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Naugatuck, CT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Gov. Ned Lamont and other state, federal and local leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony to announce details about the Naugatuck Railroad Station.NAUGATUCK, Conn. — The city of Naugatuck is getting a new and improved train station, and a groundbreaking was held Friday to kickstart the construction.The new train station is coming to the downtown area, right across from the fire department on Maple Street and just about 0.3 miles s...
Gov. Ned Lamont and other state, federal and local leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony to announce details about the Naugatuck Railroad Station.
NAUGATUCK, Conn. — The city of Naugatuck is getting a new and improved train station, and a groundbreaking was held Friday to kickstart the construction.
The new train station is coming to the downtown area, right across from the fire department on Maple Street and just about 0.3 miles south of the existing station.
“Pete Hess has been thinking about this strategically for a while. He knows exactly what he wants this town to look like. And we're here as his partner,” Gov. Ned Lamont said.
Naugatuck Mayor Pete Hess said this project helps the city, the valley, Central Connecticut and beyond.
The train station will be a 2,300 square foot building with a 350-foot-long platform with built-in heat, according to Garrett Eucalitto, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
“So we don't have to spread salt down, which degrades the infrastructure over time,” Eucalitto said. “We get snow, we get ice, and we need to make sure that we don't have to be out there salting our platforms every single day.”
The train station will also be accessible for those with disabilities.
“It's really intended to make rail travel practical and easy for everyone,” he said.
Once it’s built, people will have the option to take the train from both stations.
It’s something Keomany Phetsarath said he will take advantage of. He takes the train from New Haven to the Water Street station in Naugatuck every day for work.
“I don’t know why they’re doing that, but hey, more stations the better,” Phetsarath said.
He said the one he takes now is not crowded often, but when it is, it can be hard.
“There's a lot of people and just backing up training times and all that so I think a second station would be good and helpful for the Naugatuck community,” he said.
Phetsarath said he hopes the new train station will provide more for commuters.
“That’s what I'm hoping for, like the one down in Bridgeport because it's nice and big, you know, you have space to walk around. This one is kind of just not really much to it,” he said.
He also hopes some food spots will be added to the new station.
This is one of many train station improvement projects for the Waterbury Branch Line. Others include Waterbury, Beacon Falls, Seymour, Ansonia and Derby-Shelton.
The city said riders will continue to use the current Naugatuck station during construction, with most work scheduled during off-peak hours to minimize disruptions. A temporary shutdown of the Waterbury Line is set to take place later, with substitute bus service provided. The city will provide more details as the date comes.
Construction is expected to finish summer of 2027.
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Governor Ned Lamont recently broke ground on a new train station in Naugatuck as part of major upgrades to the Waterbury branch line.NAUGATUCK, CT — Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto announced Friday the CTDOT has begun construction on a new train station in Naugatuck.According to a news release provided by the governor's office, the new train station is part of the Lamont administration's plan to modernize the entire Waterbury Branch Line and spur downtown redevelopment....
NAUGATUCK, CT — Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto announced Friday the CTDOT has begun construction on a new train station in Naugatuck.
According to a news release provided by the governor's office, the new train station is part of the Lamont administration's plan to modernize the entire Waterbury Branch Line and spur downtown redevelopment.
The new station is being relocated approximately 0.3 miles south of the existing station, placing it closer to Naugatuck's downtown and aligning with the borough's vision for a vibrant, transit-oriented development near Rubber Avenue and Old Firehouse Road, according to Lamont's office.
This project is one of several parts of a larger CTDOT initiative to upgrade all six stations on Metro-North’s Waterbury Branch Line.
"We're not just building a train station, we’re building more momentum for Naugatuck's future," Lamont said in a news release. "This new station brings public transportation closer to the heart of downtown, creating new opportunities for economic development, housing, and walkable neighborhoods. It's an investment in infrastructure that connects people to jobs and strengthens communities."
Scheduled to open in summer 2027, the new station will feature a 350-foot-long high-level platform with a snow melt system, ADA-compliant access via an elevator and stair tower, real-time arrival and departure displays, and a passenger waiting area equipped with a ticket vending machine, according to the release.
It will also offer 72 on-street parking spaces, including electric vehicle charging stations, energy-efficient LED lighting, and upgraded safety features. The two-story station building will be approximately 2,300 square feet, with a platform area of about 4,400 square feet, according to the release.
Designed as a multimodal hub, the station will serve as a gateway to a future walkable, mixed-use neighborhood that connects downtown Naugatuck to the east side of the Naugatuck River Greenway.
Over the last two years, the Naugatuck train station has served approximately 34,000 riders annually, according to the governor's office.
"Through this project and others along the Waterbury Branch Line, CTDOT is helping communities like Naugatuck realize their transit-oriented development goals," Eucalitto said in a news release. "We're building modern and accessible stations that align transportation improvements with local plans for growing downtown. I want to thank Metro-North for their continued partnership on this project and others across the Waterbury Line. I'm also grateful to Governor Lamont and the Federal Transit Administration for the critical investments that are making this work possible."
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal said the Waterbury Line offers critical rail service to thousands of Valley residents, however the Naugatuck station is in need of urgent revitalization.
"Over $26 million in federal funding will improve commuters' travel experience through increased connectivity and accessibility upgrades while bolstering transit-oriented development in Naugatuck," Blumenthal said in a news release. "I'm proud to have worked alongside the Connecticut delegation to secure funding for necessary updates to our rail system."
The $33.2 million project is funded by a mix of 80 percent federal funds and 20 percent state funds. More than $20 million in federal funds are sourced from the Federal Transit Administration and state bond funds will cover the remainder, according to the release.
"When it comes to ridership on the Waterbury Line, I've always believed that if we build it, the riders will come," U.S. Senator Chris Murphy said in a news release. "With these state and federal dollars, we will continue to expand its ridership, connecting people to jobs and housing and boosting local economies throughout Western Connecticut. Today's groundbreaking in Naugatuck is an important step towards a modern transit grid in Connecticut that is faster, more reliable, and more comfortable for commuters and families."
The Naugatuck project is part of a $140 million statewide program to upgrade all stations on the Waterbury Branch Line, including Waterbury, Naugatuck, Beacon Falls, Seymour, Ansonia, and Derby-Shelton. The statewide initiative includes expanded accessibility features, improved platform designs, and renovated passenger facilities to meet the needs of 21st-century commuters, according to the release
Riders will continue to use the current Naugatuck station during construction, with most work scheduled during off-peak hours to minimize disruptions.
A temporary shutdown of the Waterbury Line will take place later, with substitute bus service provided. Details will be announced as the date approaches, according to the release.
"The new Naugatuck station will provide a safe and modern customer experience while connecting riders to the best service in Metro-North history," Metro-North Railroad President Justin Vonashek said in a news release. "And moving the station to a more convenient downtown location makes it even easier for riders to access all the amenities downtown Naugatuck has to offer."
The new location will feature a reimagined store layout, new store logo and other exciting updates, according to the company.WATERBURY, CT — A popular discount clothing store chain is set to relocate its current Waterbury store to a new location in the city next month.The new location will feature a reimagined store layout, new store logo and other exciting updates, according to the company.Burlington To Open New Waterbury StoreBurlington, a discount store chain offering name-brand apparel...
WATERBURY, CT — A popular discount clothing store chain is set to relocate its current Waterbury store to a new location in the city next month.
The new location will feature a reimagined store layout, new store logo and other exciting updates, according to the company.
Burlington To Open New Waterbury Store
Burlington, a discount store chain offering name-brand apparel for men, women and children as well as household items, recently announced plans to open a new Waterbury store in August.
The planned opening is a relocation of the company's current store at 475 Union Street to a new nearby location in the Brass Mill Commons at 185 Union Street, according to additional press materials provided by the company.
A Burlington spokesperson confirmed Wednesday to Patch the current store at 475 Union Street is set to close, however the company was thrilled to maintain its footprint in the city of Waterbury.
According to the spokesperson, the new store will employ between 65 and 75 people.
Employees of the company's current Waterbury store have been notified about the relocation and offered positions at the new store, the spokesperson said. Anyone interested in applying can do so at the company's website.
"Residents can continue to look forward to everyday low prices on a wide selection of brand-name merchandise for the entire family and home," the spokesperson said to Patch.
Bold New Upgrades
The new Waterbury location will also feature a reimagined store layout and a new store logo that reads "Deals. Brands. WOW!" as part of Burlington's broader initiative to elevate the in-store shopping experience, according to the company.
All new Burlington stores now open in a refreshed format featuring thoughtfully organized aisles and bold signage, making it easier to navigate the store and get inspiration for the latest must-have trends, according to the company.
While approximately half of the chain's existing locations have already been converted, the remaining stores are expected to transition to the new format by the end of 2026, the company noted.
The new store brings the total number of Burlington stores in Connecticut to 17. Overall, the company currently operates more than 1,115 stores nationwide.
This new Waterbury store plans to "surprise and delight area residents" with items such as fashionable women's apparel and accessories, menswear, comfortable and affordable items for kids, footwear, beauty and fragrance essentials, affordable baby items, home décor and pet care items and toys, according to Burlington.
Popular Businesses On The Move
Burlington is not the only store to relocate to a new location in Connecticut this year.
A popular Hobby Lobby store recently moved to a new location in Manchester about 1.8 miles away from its former address.
Earlier this year, furniture and mattress retailer US Furniture opened a new store space in the Wall Street area of Norwalk after relocating from its previous space in the busy Connecticut Avenue area of the city.
In early February, two small businesses in South Windsor, Galaxy Pops and Beyond and SSUPhoto Designs, celebrated grand openings after relocating from previous locations in nearby Enfield.
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(David Marciniszyn DMarStudios)
(David Marciniszyn DMarStudios)
Greater Waterbury Children’s Theatre has put together a joyous and colorful production of “Seussical The Musical.” The performances were hosted by Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School in Waterbury. I was invited to attend two performances so that I could see both of the casts in action.
The purpose of the company is to foster social emotional learning, confidence, communication skills, and teamwork through performative arts experiences. Thank you for giving the gift of theater to young people from greater Waterbury.
Students in pre-k through grade eight worked hard in rehearsal these last few months to present the fabulous musical with the dedicated production team of grown-up theater kids. Ben Orlando leads the theater group as both director and choreographer. His sister Danielle Orlando works as both assistant director and the busy stage manager. The siblings founded the theater company last year. Sarah Pellman covered the roles of assistant choreographer and assistant stage manager, and Ariel Giglio also served as an assistant stage manager.
“Mr. Ben” has a long history with “Seussical.” He first performed the role of JoJo as a child and then in 2015 had the opportunity to work as assistant director and choreographer with Blessed Sacrament Children’s Theatre. “The message of kindness, courage, imagination, and believing in the impossible are as timely as ever.” The director made sure to have the shirt that he wore as a child on stage once again.
Emily Lungarini joined the team this year to work with the young performers as musical director, and also conducted the pit orchestra and played keyboard. The director notes that “Miss Emily” is “the most amazing music director I have gotten to work with, and we are so lucky to have you. Your teaching skills and ability to work with our young actors is beautiful.” The wonderfully talented musician taught the students well and also conducted the musicians with care. Two other Zold brothers sat in the pit, with Austin Zold on keys 2 and Kalman Zold on bass.
The show was once again double cast, with each of the leading actors performing their roles for three of the performances. CJ Zold and Marissa Rodriguez both have the energy to play the important role of The Cat in the Hat. Noah Moreno and Bella Joe Irizarry share the role of young JoJo, the “thinker” who quickly gets inserted into the story as the son of the Who Mayor.
William Welcome and Jackson Silvestri share the role of Horton the Elephant in a great gray costume and with wonderful stage presence. Grace Denihan and Ainsley Drewry share the delightful role of the avian Gertrude McFuzz, the neighbor of Horton.
Sharing the role of the over-the-top Amazing Mayzie are Clarinda Coicou and Isabella Crespo, both with the big voices needed for the character. The Sour Kangaroo is wailed to life by Catalina Vazquez and Jaylah Pacheco. Her kangaroo babies are played by the tiny performers Noah Rodriguez and Raven Fortin. Kiyan Brown and Turi Rush share the military role of General Gengus Khan Schmidt.
At all performances the Wickersham Brother “Monkey Around” thanks to Joslyn Martinez, Giada DiMaria and Alessia DiBiase. Felipe Tavares and Ryder Fortin share the role of Mr. Mayor and Mia Florczak and Sophia Lopes share the role of his wife.
Other named roles include London Mieja as the Lead Bird Girl, with Aurora Bourjoin, Maggie D’Angelico, Kailani Pagan and Violet Hornby as her back up Bird Girls. Lilly Casso and Ava Alvarado oversee the trial as Judge Yertle the Turtle, while Mila Robinson flies as Vlad Vladikoff and Aaliyha Allen dons the Santa Suit as The Grinch. Charlotte Van Stone and Vincent DiMaria share the cameo role of the Elephant Bird.
Kudos to the young performers (probably making their stage debut) in the “Littles” chorus, the Whos ensemble and the Jungle Creatures. A few of the women on the production team sat in the front row to help the tiniest performers stay together as they sat at the front edge of the stage.
Tom Van Stone Jr. is credited with the adorable set design that features Seuss-inspired set pieces and a moveable nest for Mayzie and Horton to sit in. There is a light up Seuss sign and a light up circus piece. Karin Lopez worked as the costumer lead of the charming outfits. The Whos are dressed in yellows and oranges and the Jungle Creatures in outfits that suggest their animal. There is definitely some great make up and hair design.
Kudos to the parent liaison Kathryn Van Stone and the technical director John Rush. The Platinum Sponsor is the City of Waterbury, Gold Sponsor is Paul Irizarry, Whoville Hero is John Ellis and the Seuss Sponsors include Commissioner Thomas Van Stone Sr. and Sunshine Dance Center.
The final performance will be presented on Sunday at 2 p.m. Grab your tickets at gwctofficial.com/tickets or at the door, and enjoy the beautiful air conditioned auditorium and support the young talent in this charming performance.
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